BEETROOT ‘DETROIT’ HEIRLOOM SEEDS

Description

The most popular, all-purpose red beet. It is uniform and smooth, with a dark blood red flesh that is sweet and tasty, and attractive foliage that can be picked as salad greens. This variety was first introduced way back in the 19th century.

When to Plant
Zone 1: September –  April
Zone 2: July – April
Zone 3: Any
Zone 4: Any

For zone map see image below

Soil Well dug through soil that is free-draining. Prepare soil with cow manure and compost a week before planting.

Soil pH Level 6.5-7.0

Position Full sun to part shade

How to Plant Sow directly into the patch at a depth of 1cm. It is a good idea to soak the seeds in water overnight prior to planting to help with germination. Once the seeds have germinated you will need to thin out the seedlings to allow adequate space for the rest to grow.

Spacing 15-20cm

Depth1cm

Companion Plants Onions

Approximate no. of seeds 60

Note: We source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination

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